About Simplicio de Castro
Born 1914. Simplicio de Castro is a Filipino boxer.
Simplicio de Castro (January 13, 1914 – January 1942) was a Filipino boxer who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics. In 1936 he was eliminated in the quarterfinals of the welterweight class after losing his fight to Roger Tritz.
De Castro fought for his country during World War II and had the rank of lieutenant. He was part of the 1st Infantry Regiment under Alfredo Santos. He was killed in action during the 1942 Battle of the Pockets in Bataan.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Simplicio de Castro?
Filipino boxer
When was Simplicio de Castro born?
Simplicio de Castro was born on 13 January 1914.
When did Simplicio de Castro die?
Simplicio de Castro died in Bataan, History of the Philippines (1935-1945).
What is Simplicio de Castro's occupation?
Simplicio de Castro is a boxer.
What nationality is Simplicio de Castro?
Simplicio de Castro is Filipino.
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· Wikipedia: Simplicio de Castro
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Simplicio de Castro. https://biography.guide/simplicio-de-castro/
MLA: "Simplicio de Castro." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/simplicio-de-castro/.
Chicago: "Simplicio de Castro." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/simplicio-de-castro/.
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